Uchuck 3

Cruise Aboard the MV Uchuck III

Uchuck 3 - Journey to Friendly Cove

Uchuck 3

Cruising on Uchuck III

Cruising the BC Coast on the Coastal Freighter Uchuck III

Uchuck III - intro-Gold River to Friendly Cove

Last summer I hitched a ride on the Uchuck III and travelled to Friendly Cove on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. The Uchuck has been servicing these waters since 1955 delivering people and cargo to isolated settlements.

Uchuck 3 Kayak launch

Friendly Cove Day Cruise aboard the Uchuck III

A cruise aboard the MV Uchuck III to Friendly Cove on Vancouver Island is a voyage of discovery. Discover the day-to-day work of a coastal freighter, discover the spectacular coastal scenery and discover the historical significance and native history of Friendly Cove (Yuquot). Music: "ACOUSTIC MEDITATION" by Jason Shaw ( audionautix.com/index.html)

Uchuck III Kayak Launch

Gary Jacek being launched from the MV Uchuck III near Rosa Island. September 10, 2015

Nootka Sound Uchuck III 2021

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Uchuck trip 2 of 5 Kendrick Arm Logging Camp

August 2, 2016 passenger and freight trip on the MV Uchuck III on her Tuesday "Nootka Sound Day Cruise, from Get West Adventures. Part 2: Kendrick Arm Logging Camp, including the beautiful approach at Strange Island. We also see Nootka Sound Service's other ship, the A G Ford.

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Uchuck III to FRIENDLY COVE Nootka Sound Visiting GOLD RIVER on Vancouver Island British Columbia

Come join us on Vancouver Island, British Columbia as we continue our road trip to Sam's hometown of Gold River to board the Uchuck III for a scenic boat ride to Friendly Cove, Nootka Sound. One of our main goals for this trip was to revisit my hometown of Gold River, BC with my Dad. For Audrey and her Father it was a chance for them to see where I grew up and an opportunity for all of us to enjoy a day exploring Yuquot. We departed Gold...

Ep 1 - The Uchuck III

To kick off the Vancouver Island series we’re heading out to sea for a visit to Friendly Cove, the spot where Captain James Cook first landed in 1778. No we’re not sailing in on a tall ship, but we have the next best thing, the last wooden hulled coastal freighter in Canada, a converted second world war minesweeper, known the Uchuck III. Who says the east coast has a lock on maritime tradition.

Gold River - Uchuck III

Explore Vancouver Island’s Wild West Coast on a cruise aboard the MV Uchuck III departing from Gold River, BC. These cruises give you a glimpse into the maritime culture and the history of Nootka Sound, Esperanza Inlet and Kyuquot Sound. Nootka Sound is known as the “Birthplace of British Columbia” as it is the location of first contact with European Explorers and First Nations People. Stops are made along the way at fish farms, logging camps,...

Uchuck trip 3 of 5 Nootka Island Lodge

August 2, 2016 passenger and freight trip on the MV Uchuck III on her Tuesday "Nootka Sound Day Cruise, from Get West Adventures. Part 3: Nootka Island Lodge, where it looks like it's fun to stay and fish. They get fuel barrels exchanged, and get a new generator.